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09December

Downtown’s Holiday Light Spectacular at Mooresville

An orchestrated light show that includes over 150,000 lights set to music. Begins November 27 and runs nightly through late ...

Flashback Cinema at Stone Theatres: Elf

Don't miss your favorite classic Christmas films! Just in case you wanted to know: YES.."Die Hard" is a Christmas movie.

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

All Aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! This memorable journey will take you on an incredible journey! Believe the magic ...

Zootastic Park's Christmas Wonderland of Lights

​The wonderland of lights is open EVERY night from November 21st to January 1st. The price is $7 a person ...

Magical Morning: A Sensory-Friendly Santa Experience

The NASCAR Hall of Fame is offering a special sensory-friendly event for families living with autism or special needs. The ...

  • 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: NASCAR Hall of Fame, 400 East Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202.
  • Cost: Tickets are $15 for the whole family.
  • Website: holidaysatthehall.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Stuff the Bus Food Drive (RTC)

STUFF THE BUS is a partnership of Rider Transit and Cooperative Christian Ministry to feed hungry families during Thanksgiving, Christmas, ...

  • 8:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Concord Kannapolis Area Transit (Rider) 3600 S Ridge Ave, Concord, North Carolina 28025.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Charlotte Christmas Village: A New Queen City Tradition

Charlotte Christmas Village, is a quaint European-inspired Christmas Market in Uptown Charlotte. ​ Admission is free! ​ The village will be open: Thanksgiving 11 am ...

Midwood Market - Holiday Edition

We're shutting down Commonwealth Avenue to bring Plaza Midwood a little holiday cheer! From 11a-4p, find 60 of the most creative ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Midwood Market 2008 Commonwealth Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina 28205.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa's Workshop at Blakeney

Visit Santa's brand new workshop on the Village Green at Blakeney Shopping Center this holiday season for portraits with Santa ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Blakeney Shopping Centers, 9839 Rea Rd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28277
  • Cost: Free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Black & Blue Blaze Tailgate at Blue Blaze Brewing

Cheer your team at the Black & Blue Blaze Tailgate! Taps start flowing at 12:00. And 64oz pitchers of beer ...

  • 12:30 pm -  4:30 pm 
  • Location: Blue Blaze Brewing 528 S Turner Ave, Charlotte, North Carolina 28208.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Clara’s Trip at Booth Playhouse at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center

Clara LeBlanc trips at a holiday party and is whisked off to the hospital to learn that her ankle is ...

  • 2:00 pm -  3:45 pm 
  • Location: Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, Charlotte NC.
  • Cost: Zone 1 (includes Stage Seating for Lingua): $110 Zone 2: $100 Zone 3: $90
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Spelling 2-5-5 at Children's Theatre of Charlotte

Have you ever wanted to be a star? Simon’s a terrific speller, and now he has a chance to shine ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Children's Theatre of Charlotte, 300 E. Seventh St, Charlotte NC.
  • Cost: Tickets start at $12
  • Website: www.ctcharlotte.org
  • Category: Family Fun

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical at Children's Theatre of Charlotte

Back by popular demand is Children’s Theatre of Charlotte’s most-popular show of all time! The Herdmans are ready to wreak ...

  • 2:00 pm 
  • Location: Children's Theatre of Charlotte, 300 E. Seventh St, Charlotte NC.
  • Cost: Tickets start at $15
  • Website: www.ctcharlotte.org
  • Category: Family Fun

The Nutcracker at Belk Theater

Celebrate the sights and sounds of the holidays at Nutcracker! Join Clara as she encounters an epic battle between the ...

Sensory-friendly performance of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever:

This is the sensory-friendly performance of "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical. Back by popular demand is Children’s Theatre of ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Children's Theatre of Charlotte 300 E. Seventh St, Charlotte, North Carolina 28202.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Spelling 2-5-5 at Children's Theatre of Charlotte

Have you ever wanted to be a star? Simon’s a terrific speller, and now he has a chance to shine ...

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: Children's Theatre of Charlotte, 300 E. Seventh St, Charlotte NC.
  • Cost: Tickets start at $12
  • Website: www.ctcharlotte.org
  • Category: Family Fun

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical at Children's Theatre of Charlotte

Back by popular demand is Children’s Theatre of Charlotte’s most-popular show of all time! The Herdmans are ready to wreak ...

  • 4:00 pm 
  • Location: Children's Theatre of Charlotte, 300 E. Seventh St, Charlotte NC.
  • Cost: Tickets start at $15
  • Website: www.ctcharlotte.org
  • Category: Family Fun

The POLAR Express™ Train Ride at N.C. Transportation Museum

The Polar Express Train Ride in Spencer, North Carolina, rolls out on select evenings between November 16 and December 22, ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: N.C. Transportation Museum 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, North Carolina 28159.
  • Cost: Standard tickets are $38 each for adults and $32 each for children 2-12. Deluxe tickets are $48 each for adults and $42 each for children 2-12.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Carowinds WinterFest

Carowinds comes alive with holiday spirit during WinterFest. Friends and families are treated to an ultimate holiday celebration as we ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Carowinds 14523 Carowinds Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28273.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Giving Tree at YMCA of Greater Charlotte

Support kids and families who need us most this holiday season with the gift of possibility, belonging and hope. Choose an ...

Holidays at The Garden DSBG

Holidays at the Garden is bigger and better than ever! You’ll discover new displays, more lights than ever before and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, NC 28012.
  • Website: www.dsbg.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Old Fashion Christmas Tea at Historic Latta Plantation

Celebrate Christmas in Mecklenburg’s oldest log cabin! Learn about 19th century Christmas traditions, enjoy hot tea and sweet treats, and ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Historic Latta Plantation, 5225 Sample Rd, Huntersville, NC, 28078
  • Cost: $30 per pair ($10 for additional guests.)
  • Website: www.lattaplantation.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Speedway Christmas at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Speedway Christmas has returned to Charlotte Motor Speedway, and it’s bigger and better than ever! The ninth edition of Charlotte’s ...

Winterland Express and Celebration of Lights at City of Kannapolis

The Winterland Express train runs every evening from November 24th – December 30th (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day) from ...

10December

Downtown’s Holiday Light Spectacular at Mooresville

An orchestrated light show that includes over 150,000 lights set to music. Begins November 27 and runs nightly through late ...

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

All Aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! This memorable journey will take you on an incredible journey! Believe the magic ...

Zootastic Park's Christmas Wonderland of Lights

​The wonderland of lights is open EVERY night from November 21st to January 1st. The price is $7 a person ...

Stuff the Bus Food Drive (RTC)

STUFF THE BUS is a partnership of Rider Transit and Cooperative Christian Ministry to feed hungry families during Thanksgiving, Christmas, ...

  • 8:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Concord Kannapolis Area Transit (Rider) 3600 S Ridge Ave, Concord, North Carolina 28025.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Charlotte Christmas Village: A New Queen City Tradition

Charlotte Christmas Village, is a quaint European-inspired Christmas Market in Uptown Charlotte. ​ Admission is free! ​ The village will be open: Thanksgiving 11 am ...

Christmas at the Library (Billy Graham Library)

Christmas at the Library offers an excellent half-day, or all day, option for guests. Guests can enjoy the self-guided Journey ...

Giving Tree at YMCA of Greater Charlotte

Support kids and families who need us most this holiday season with the gift of possibility, belonging and hope. Choose an ...

Holidays at The Garden DSBG

Holidays at the Garden is bigger and better than ever! You’ll discover new displays, more lights than ever before and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, NC 28012.
  • Website: www.dsbg.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Winterland Express and Celebration of Lights at City of Kannapolis

The Winterland Express train runs every evening from November 24th – December 30th (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day) from ...

11December

Downtown’s Holiday Light Spectacular at Mooresville

An orchestrated light show that includes over 150,000 lights set to music. Begins November 27 and runs nightly through late ...

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

All Aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! This memorable journey will take you on an incredible journey! Believe the magic ...

Zootastic Park's Christmas Wonderland of Lights

​The wonderland of lights is open EVERY night from November 21st to January 1st. The price is $7 a person ...

Holiday Family Run at Dowd YMCA

Bring your bells and holiday cheer for a holiday fun through Dilworth. Join the Dowd YMCA for this annual fun ...

Stuff the Bus Food Drive (RTC)

STUFF THE BUS is a partnership of Rider Transit and Cooperative Christian Ministry to feed hungry families during Thanksgiving, Christmas, ...

  • 8:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Concord Kannapolis Area Transit (Rider) 3600 S Ridge Ave, Concord, North Carolina 28025.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Charlotte Christmas Village: A New Queen City Tradition

Charlotte Christmas Village, is a quaint European-inspired Christmas Market in Uptown Charlotte. ​ Admission is free! ​ The village will be open: Thanksgiving 11 am ...

Christmas at the Library (Billy Graham Library)

Christmas at the Library offers an excellent half-day, or all day, option for guests. Guests can enjoy the self-guided Journey ...

Giving Tree at YMCA of Greater Charlotte

Support kids and families who need us most this holiday season with the gift of possibility, belonging and hope. Choose an ...

Holidays at The Garden DSBG

Holidays at the Garden is bigger and better than ever! You’ll discover new displays, more lights than ever before and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, NC 28012.
  • Website: www.dsbg.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Holiday Ornaments - Decorating the Tree at Flour Power Kids Cooking Studio Rea Farms

Have you ever seen a homemade ornament? Well today you’re going to make one! During this class we will be ...

Winterland Express and Celebration of Lights at City of Kannapolis

The Winterland Express train runs every evening from November 24th – December 30th (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day) from ...

12December

Downtown’s Holiday Light Spectacular at Mooresville

An orchestrated light show that includes over 150,000 lights set to music. Begins November 27 and runs nightly through late ...

Flashback Cinema at Stone Theatres: Elf

Don't miss your favorite classic Christmas films! Just in case you wanted to know: YES.."Die Hard" is a Christmas movie.

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

All Aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! This memorable journey will take you on an incredible journey! Believe the magic ...

Zootastic Park's Christmas Wonderland of Lights

​The wonderland of lights is open EVERY night from November 21st to January 1st. The price is $7 a person ...

Stuff the Bus Food Drive (RTC)

STUFF THE BUS is a partnership of Rider Transit and Cooperative Christian Ministry to feed hungry families during Thanksgiving, Christmas, ...

  • 8:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Concord Kannapolis Area Transit (Rider) 3600 S Ridge Ave, Concord, North Carolina 28025.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Escort Your Little Elf Holiday Workshop at Small Hands Big Art

Accompany your child(ren) to paint & be-dazzle to their heart's content creating one-of-a-kind masterpieces that will surely rack up some ...

  • 10:30 am - 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Small Hands Big Art, 8025 Ardrey Kell Rd., Suite 103, Charlotte, NC 28277.
  • Cost: $35/child, 10% sibling discount.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Charlotte Christmas Village: A New Queen City Tradition

Charlotte Christmas Village, is a quaint European-inspired Christmas Market in Uptown Charlotte. ​ Admission is free! ​ The village will be open: Thanksgiving 11 am ...

Fiber and Phun: Fiber Arts Meetup with Phun Knits

Join us at the site as Laura Bain of Phun Knits leads a weekly get-together of fiber lovers of all ...

  • 11:00 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: President James K. Polk State Historic Site 12031 Lancaster Hwy, Pineville, North Carolina 28134.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Stanley Christmas Parade

Join us for the annual Christmas Parade on Main Street!

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Town of Stanley 416 Highway 27 S (PO BOX 279), Stanley, North Carolina 28164.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Let it String at Union West Regional Library

Do you want to build a snowman? Join us to craft your very own string art snowman that won't melt ...

  • 4:30 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Union West Regional Library 123 Unionville Indian Trail Rd W, Indian Trail, North Carolina 28079.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Christmas at the Library (Billy Graham Library)

Christmas at the Library offers an excellent half-day, or all day, option for guests. Guests can enjoy the self-guided Journey ...

Free Wednesday Evenings at The Mint Museum

Both locations of The Mint Museum offer free admission every Wednesday from 5–9 p.m.

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Both locations, Mint Museum, Charlotte NC.
  • Cost: Free admission.
  • Website: www.mintmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Giving Tree at YMCA of Greater Charlotte

Support kids and families who need us most this holiday season with the gift of possibility, belonging and hope. Choose an ...

Holidays at The Garden DSBG

Holidays at the Garden is bigger and better than ever! You’ll discover new displays, more lights than ever before and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, NC 28012.
  • Website: www.dsbg.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Polar Express Family Night at TPC Piper Glen

We will enjoy decorating gingerbread cookies, a delicious meal , train rides and watching the Polar Express Movie!

  • 5:30 pm -  8:30 pm 
  • Location: TPC Piper Glen 4300 Piper Glen Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina 28277.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

BINGO NIGHT at Hwy 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries

Tonight is the night! Yep, it's Wednesday and table 2 is still the hot table for bingo! See you tonight ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Hwy 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries (4847 Shopton Rd, Charlotte, NC).
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Winterland Express and Celebration of Lights at City of Kannapolis

The Winterland Express train runs every evening from November 24th – December 30th (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day) from ...

Lenny Boy Trivia Night at Lenny Boy Brewing Co

Every Wednesday, we have trivia starting at 7:00PM hosted by Mindless Minutia Trivia. Grab your friends, a beer or Kombucha ...

  • 7:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Lenny Boy Brewing Co. 3000 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina 28217.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Live Trivia Wednesdays at Boardwalk Billy's UNCC

Join Mitch of Snapdragon Entertainment every Wednesday at Boardwalk Billy's UNCC for General Knowledge Trivia. Categories cover a wide variety ...

  • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Boardwalk Billy's UNCC 9005 J M Keynes Dr #2, Charlotte 28262
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
13December

Downtown’s Holiday Light Spectacular at Mooresville

An orchestrated light show that includes over 150,000 lights set to music. Begins November 27 and runs nightly through late ...

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

All Aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! This memorable journey will take you on an incredible journey! Believe the magic ...

Zootastic Park's Christmas Wonderland of Lights

​The wonderland of lights is open EVERY night from November 21st to January 1st. The price is $7 a person ...

Stuff the Bus Food Drive (RTC)

STUFF THE BUS is a partnership of Rider Transit and Cooperative Christian Ministry to feed hungry families during Thanksgiving, Christmas, ...

  • 8:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Concord Kannapolis Area Transit (Rider) 3600 S Ridge Ave, Concord, North Carolina 28025.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Charlotte Christmas Village: A New Queen City Tradition

Charlotte Christmas Village, is a quaint European-inspired Christmas Market in Uptown Charlotte. ​ Admission is free! ​ The village will be open: Thanksgiving 11 am ...

Santa Visits the Mount Holly Grand Hall

Santa Claus will be visiting the Mount Holly Municipal Complex from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM on the following dates: ...

The POLAR Express™ Train Ride at N.C. Transportation Museum

The Polar Express Train Ride in Spencer, North Carolina, rolls out on select evenings between November 16 and December 22, ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: N.C. Transportation Museum 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, North Carolina 28159.
  • Cost: Standard tickets are $38 each for adults and $32 each for children 2-12. Deluxe tickets are $48 each for adults and $42 each for children 2-12.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Christmas at the Library (Billy Graham Library)

Christmas at the Library offers an excellent half-day, or all day, option for guests. Guests can enjoy the self-guided Journey ...

Giving Tree at YMCA of Greater Charlotte

Support kids and families who need us most this holiday season with the gift of possibility, belonging and hope. Choose an ...

Holidays at The Garden DSBG

Holidays at the Garden is bigger and better than ever! You’ll discover new displays, more lights than ever before and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, NC 28012.
  • Website: www.dsbg.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Speedway Christmas at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Speedway Christmas has returned to Charlotte Motor Speedway, and it’s bigger and better than ever! The ninth edition of Charlotte’s ...

Winterland Express and Celebration of Lights at City of Kannapolis

The Winterland Express train runs every evening from November 24th – December 30th (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day) from ...

Winter Wonderland Holiday Light Show at Phillips Place

Come enjoy: • 2 Holiday Light Shows each Thursday night • A special visit from Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus • Holiday stilt ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: Phillips Place 6800 Phillips Place Court, Charlotte, North Carolina 28210.
  • Cost: Free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Nutcracker at Belk Theater

Celebrate the sights and sounds of the holidays at Nutcracker! Join Clara as she encounters an epic battle between the ...

Winter Wonderland Holiday Light Show at Phillips Place

Come enjoy: • 2 Holiday Light Shows each Thursday night • A special visit from Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus • Holiday stilt ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Phillips Place 6800 Phillips Place Court, Charlotte, North Carolina 28210.
  • Cost: Free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
14December

Downtown’s Holiday Light Spectacular at Mooresville

An orchestrated light show that includes over 150,000 lights set to music. Begins November 27 and runs nightly through late ...

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

All Aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! This memorable journey will take you on an incredible journey! Believe the magic ...

Zootastic Park's Christmas Wonderland of Lights

​The wonderland of lights is open EVERY night from November 21st to January 1st. The price is $7 a person ...

Escort Your Little Elf Holiday Workshop at Small Hands Big Art

Accompany your child(ren) to paint & be-dazzle to their heart's content creating one-of-a-kind masterpieces that will surely rack up some ...

  • 1:30 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Small Hands Big Art, 8025 Ardrey Kell Rd., Suite 103, Charlotte, NC 28277
  • Cost: $35/child, 10% sibling discount.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Stuff the Bus Food Drive (RTC)

STUFF THE BUS is a partnership of Rider Transit and Cooperative Christian Ministry to feed hungry families during Thanksgiving, Christmas, ...

  • 8:00 am -  7:00 pm 
  • Location: Concord Kannapolis Area Transit (Rider) 3600 S Ridge Ave, Concord, North Carolina 28025.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Charlotte Christmas Village: A New Queen City Tradition

Charlotte Christmas Village, is a quaint European-inspired Christmas Market in Uptown Charlotte. ​ Admission is free! ​ The village will be open: Thanksgiving 11 am ...

Santa's Workshop at Blakeney

Visit Santa's brand new workshop on the Village Green at Blakeney Shopping Center this holiday season for portraits with Santa ...

  • 1:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Blakeney Shopping Centers, 9839 Rea Rd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28277
  • Cost: Free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa Visits the Mount Holly Grand Hall

Santa Claus will be visiting the Mount Holly Municipal Complex from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM on the following dates: ...

Handmade Gift Making Workshop at Small Hands Big Art

We're pulling out all the stops at this holiday-decor-making-gift-giving-festive-cheer-sharing craft fest! Our holiday craft cabinets will explode into an "all-you-can-eat" ...

  • 4:00 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: Small Hands Big Art (South Charlotte) 8025 Ardrey Kell Rd., Suite 103, Charlotte, NC 28277.
  • Cost: $45 / child, 10% sibling discount.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The POLAR Express™ Train Ride at N.C. Transportation Museum

The Polar Express Train Ride in Spencer, North Carolina, rolls out on select evenings between November 16 and December 22, ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: N.C. Transportation Museum 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, North Carolina 28159.
  • Cost: Standard tickets are $38 each for adults and $32 each for children 2-12. Deluxe tickets are $48 each for adults and $42 each for children 2-12.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Weihnachtsmarkt

OMB is the place to gather with friends, drink fresh beer, shop for gifts and celebrate the holiday season! Friday, November ...

  • 4:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery 4150 Yancey Rd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28217.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Carowinds WinterFest

Carowinds comes alive with holiday spirit during WinterFest. Friends and families are treated to an ultimate holiday celebration as we ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Carowinds 14523 Carowinds Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28273.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Christmas at the Library (Billy Graham Library)

Christmas at the Library offers an excellent half-day, or all day, option for guests. Guests can enjoy the self-guided Journey ...

Giving Tree at YMCA of Greater Charlotte

Support kids and families who need us most this holiday season with the gift of possibility, belonging and hope. Choose an ...

Holidays at The Garden DSBG

Holidays at the Garden is bigger and better than ever! You’ll discover new displays, more lights than ever before and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, NC 28012.
  • Website: www.dsbg.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Hot Cocoa Story Time at SAS Cupcakes

The thing about trains... it doesn't matter where they're going. What matters is deciding to get on!! Join SAS Cupcakes for ...

  • 5:00 pm -  5:45 pm 
  • Location: SAS Cupcakes-Blakeney 9941 Rea Rd, Ste C, Charlotte, North Carolina 28277.
  • Cost: Just $9 per child.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Outdoor Skating Rink at NASCAR Hall of Fame

Uptown Charlotte’s outdoor ice rink returns to the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza. Perfect for a date night, a family ...

  • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: NASCAR Hall of Fame, 400 East Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Ice Skating: $12 Ice Skating + Skate Rental: $16
  • Website: www.nascarhall.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Annual Gingerbread House Event at Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios: Charlotte Quail Corners

One of our most popular kids night outs!!! It’s Gingerbread House Night! We will decorate Gingerbread houses (eat candy!) and ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios: Charlotte Quail Corners 8438 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28210.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Speedway Christmas at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Speedway Christmas has returned to Charlotte Motor Speedway, and it’s bigger and better than ever! The ninth edition of Charlotte’s ...

Winterland Express and Celebration of Lights at City of Kannapolis

The Winterland Express train runs every evening from November 24th – December 30th (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day) from ...

Polar Express Night at Central Auditorium

Albemarle Parks and Recreation will host a Polar Express Night at the Central Auditorium. Dress in your PJs and come ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Central Auditorium - 219 E. North St., Charlotte NC.
  • Cost: Admission is free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Plaza Midwood "Running of the Balls" 5K

Join us for the second annual Plaza Midwood "Running of the Balls" 5K, a brisk run for all ages through ...

  • 7:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Resident Culture Brewing Company 2101 Central Ave, Charlotte, North Carolina 28205.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Rocking Around The Christmas Tree With Darci Lynne and Friends

Enjoy this incredible show with your family! Singer / Ventriloquist Darci Lynne is one of the youngest contestants to ever win ...

Spelling 2-5-5 at Children's Theatre of Charlotte

Have you ever wanted to be a star? Simon’s a terrific speller, and now he has a chance to shine ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Children's Theatre of Charlotte, 300 E. Seventh St, Charlotte NC.
  • Cost: Tickets start at $12
  • Website: www.ctcharlotte.org
  • Category: Family Fun

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical at Children's Theatre of Charlotte

Back by popular demand is Children’s Theatre of Charlotte’s most-popular show of all time! The Herdmans are ready to wreak ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: Children's Theatre of Charlotte, 300 E. Seventh St, Charlotte NC.
  • Cost: Tickets start at $15
  • Website: www.ctcharlotte.org
  • Category: Family Fun

The Nutcracker at Belk Theater

Celebrate the sights and sounds of the holidays at Nutcracker! Join Clara as she encounters an epic battle between the ...

Taylor Michaels Christmas Dinner Show

For the most wonderful time of the year, we include you in our Christmas memories! The Taylor Michaels Show presents “It’s ...

  • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Treehouse Vineyards 301 Bay St, Monroe, North Carolina 28112.
  • Cost: $40 General Admission/ $35 Wine Club Admission
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun
15December

"Let it Snow" at The Schiele Museum of Natural History

Join us in the James H. Lynn Planetarium and Science Theater this December for two special programs guaranteed to get ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: The Schiele Museum of Natural History 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, North Carolina 28054.
  • Cost: Tickets are $5 per person and can be purchased at the door or in advance by calling.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

"Season of Light" at The Schiele Museum of Natural History

Join us in the James H. Lynn Planetarium and Science Theater this December for two special programs guaranteed to get ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: The Schiele Museum of Natural History 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, North Carolina 28054.
  • Cost: Tickets are $5 per person and can be purchased at the door or in advance by calling.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Downtown’s Holiday Light Spectacular at Mooresville

An orchestrated light show that includes over 150,000 lights set to music. Begins November 27 and runs nightly through late ...

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

All Aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! This memorable journey will take you on an incredible journey! Believe the magic ...

Zootastic Park's Christmas Wonderland of Lights

​The wonderland of lights is open EVERY night from November 21st to January 1st. The price is $7 a person ...

Breakfast with Santa at Indian Trail Parks and Recreation

Join us for a breakfast at the North Pole complete with pancakes and syrup! Rumor has IT, Santa will make ...

  • 8:30 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: 315 Matthews Indian Trail Rd, Indian Trail, NC 28079.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa Run 8K and Snowman Dash

The Santa Run 8K & Snowman Dash presented by SPORTPORT will showcase uptown Charlotte on December 15, 2018. A holiday ...

  • 9:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Romare Bearden Park 300 S Church St, Charlotte, North Carolina 28202.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The last Uptown Flea of 2018!

This is not your grandmother's flea market, and that's something to get seriously excited about. Head uptown to shop over ...

  • 9:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Uptown Flea 700 N Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202.
  • Cost: Entry fee: $1
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Frostbite 5K at Kannapolis Branch YMCA

The FUN RUN is a one mile run starting at YMCA drive, running through Village Park onto Loop Rd and ...

Holiday Angels at Knight Gallery at Spirit Square

The 3rd Annual Holiday Angel Toy Drive, Fashion Shows and Pageant will be the ultimate 2018 holiday experience and will ...

Mini-Makers: Story Time + Craft

Look, listen, and make at the museum! Come with your child to hear "Llama Llama Holiday Drama" by Anna Dewdney ...

Outdoor Skating Rink at NASCAR Hall of Fame

Uptown Charlotte’s outdoor ice rink returns to the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza. Perfect for a date night, a family ...

  • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: NASCAR Hall of Fame, 400 East Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Ice Skating: $12 Ice Skating + Skate Rental: $16
  • Website: www.nascarhall.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Photos With Santa! at The Gaston Gazette

Join Us for Photos with Santa! Hosted by: The Gaston Gazette Photos by: James Lane Photography Saturday, December 15th 10:00am - ...

  • 10:00 am -  2:00 pm 
  • Location: The Gaston Gazette 1893 Remount Rd, Gastonia, North Carolina 28054.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Sea of Lights at SEA LIFE Aquarium (Charlotte / Concord)

Ho, ho, ho! It's the return of Scuba Claus for the FIRST EVER Sea of Lights Experience! Wander through each ...

  • 10:00 am -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: SEA LIFE Aquarium (Charlotte / Concord) 8111 Concord Mills Blvd, Concord, North Carolina 28027
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Alligator Meet & Greet at The Schiele Museum of Natural History

Did you know that American Alligators are listed as a threatened species? Come find out why and learn more about ...

  • 11:00 am -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: The Schiele Museum of Natural History 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, North Carolina 28054.
  • Cost: Schiele Members: Free/ Non-Members: Included with museum admission.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Charlotte Christmas Village: A New Queen City Tradition

Charlotte Christmas Village, is a quaint European-inspired Christmas Market in Uptown Charlotte. ​ Admission is free! ​ The village will be open: Thanksgiving 11 am ...

Spelling 2-5-5 at Children's Theatre of Charlotte

Have you ever wanted to be a star? Simon’s a terrific speller, and now he has a chance to shine ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Children's Theatre of Charlotte, 300 E. Seventh St, Charlotte NC.
  • Cost: Tickets start at $12
  • Website: www.ctcharlotte.org
  • Category: Family Fun

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical at Children's Theatre of Charlotte

Back by popular demand is Children’s Theatre of Charlotte’s most-popular show of all time! The Herdmans are ready to wreak ...

  • 11:00 am 
  • Location: Children's Theatre of Charlotte, 300 E. Seventh St, Charlotte NC.
  • Cost: Tickets start at $15
  • Website: www.ctcharlotte.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Reindeer Workshop at Small Hands Big Art

Inspired by the most famous reindeer of all, kids will create a 3D whimsical wall hanging that will spread yuletide ...

  • 11:30 am -  1:00 pm 
  • Location: Small Hands Big Art (South Charlotte) 8025 Ardrey Kell Rd., Suite 103, Charlotte, NC 28277.
  • Cost: $45 / child, 10% sibling discount.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

2018 Regal Holiday Classics: National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

Starting December 1 - December 22, each Saturday, at 12pm local time enjoy one of these 4 traditional Holiday Classics ...

  • 12:00 pm 
  • Location: Regal Cinemas, Charlotte NC.
  • Cost: $5 per ticket per movie. $15 for four movies.
  • Website: www.regmovies.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Holiday Pop-Up Shop with Ronald McDonald House

The Carolina Makers are coming back to SouthBound for a special Holiday Pop-Up Shop set up in The Music Yard! ...

Holidays at the Homesite at Charlotte Museum of History

Celebrate the holiday season with CMH! Join us to learn more about how the people of Charlotte have spent their ...

  • 12:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Charlotte Museum of History 3500 Shamrock Dr, Charlotte, North Carolina 28215.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

We Believe - Santa 5k at U.S. National Whitewater Center

The Santa 5k Trail Run is the place for every wannabe St. Nick to come out for a little pre-holiday ...

  • 12:00 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: U.S. National Whitewater Center 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, North Carolina 28214.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa's Workshop at Blakeney

Visit Santa's brand new workshop on the Village Green at Blakeney Shopping Center this holiday season for portraits with Santa ...

  • 12:30 pm -  3:30 pm 
  • Location: Blakeney Shopping Centers, 9839 Rea Rd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28277
  • Cost: Free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Christmas in Hogsmeade at Cavendish Brewing Company

Cavendish Brewing will be celebrating the holidays this year in true Wizard style. This day will have activities for the ...

  • 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm 
  • Location: Cavendish Brewing Company 207 N Chester St, Gastonia, North Carolina 28052.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Create Your Own Nature Ornaments!

Come create ornaments that celebrate nature's beauty! There will be several options available from animal cutouts on tree cookies to ...

  • 1:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Reedy Creek Park and Nature Center 2900 Rocky River Rd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28215.
  • Cost: Free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Handmade Holiday Market at Twenty-Six Acres Brewing Company

We're BAAACKKK!!! We are hosting our two day popup market at 26 Acres on Dec 15th and 16th. Come shop ...

  • 1:00 pm -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: Twenty-Six Acres Brewing Company 7285 Westwinds Boulevard Northwest, Concord, NC 28027.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Santa Mouse Story Time Class 2 at SAS Cupcakes

He sees you when you're sleeping. He knows when you're awake... Hot Diggity Dog!!! • Cupcakes Frosting • Story Reading • Meet & ...

  • 1:00 pm -  1:45 pm 
  • Location: SAS Cupcakes-Blakeney 9941 Rea Rd, Ste C, Charlotte, North Carolina 28277.
  • Cost: Just $9 per child. (Parents FREE) Space is limited, and this fun class WILL Book Up. Call to reserve your spot TODAY!!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Grinch Who-ville Workshop at Small Hands Big Art

Even the grumpiest Grinch couldn’t Bah Humbug this super fun workshop! Inspired by the new movie, we’ll travel to Whoville ...

  • 1:30 pm -  3:00 pm 
  • Location: Small Hands Big Art (South Charlotte) 8025 Ardrey Kell Rd., Suite 103, Charlotte, NC 28277.
  • Cost: $45 / child, 10% sibling discount.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Carowinds WinterFest

Carowinds comes alive with holiday spirit during WinterFest. Friends and families are treated to an ultimate holiday celebration as we ...

  • 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Carowinds 14523 Carowinds Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28273.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Holiday Magic! at The Arboretum Shopping Center

Join us the second annual Holiday Magic at The Arboretum on Saturday December 15th from 2PM to 5PM! The holidays are ...

  • 2:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: The Arboretum Shopping Center 8008 Providence Rd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28277.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Holiday Ornament Workshop

Come craft your own fun and festive holiday ornaments with us! We'll provide the materials, and you provide your creative ...

Light Up Lowell Festival & Christmas Parade

2:00-5:30pm - Light Up Lowell Festival Vendors, music, food, kid’s activities, and lots of Christmas cheer! E. 1st Street (between Police Department ...

  • 2:00 pm -  5:30 pm 
  • Location: City of Lowell, NC.
  • Cost: Free event hosted by the City of Lowell.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Tea with Mrs. Claus at North Carolina Museum of Dolls, Toys &Miniatures-Spencer Doll Museum

Mrs. Claus will pay a special visit to the Spencer Doll and Toy Museum on Saturday, December 15th, from 2pm-4pm. ...

  • 2:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: North Carolina Museum of Dolls, Toys &Miniatures-Spencer Doll Museum 108 4th St, Spencer, North Carolina 28159.
  • Cost: The cost to attend is $28 for 1 Adult and 1 Child pair, $13 for each additional child or $15 for an additional adult.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Nutcracker at Belk Theater

Celebrate the sights and sounds of the holidays at Nutcracker! Join Clara as she encounters an epic battle between the ...

Weihnachtsmarkt

OMB is the place to gather with friends, drink fresh beer, shop for gifts and celebrate the holiday season! Friday, November ...

  • 2:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery 4150 Yancey Rd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28217.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Capture the Magic at Promenade On Providence

Capture the Magic this holiday season with Santa at Promenade on Providence. Enjoy carriage rides around the shopping center and ...

  • 3:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Promenade On Providence 10822 Providence Rd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28277.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Christmas Caroling with Seniors

Get your singing voices ready and come join us for some family fun while we sing Christmas carols to the ...

  • 3:00 pm -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Woodridge 2515 Fowler Secrest Rd, Monroe, North Carolina 28110.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Spelling 2-5-5 at Children's Theatre of Charlotte

Have you ever wanted to be a star? Simon’s a terrific speller, and now he has a chance to shine ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Children's Theatre of Charlotte, 300 E. Seventh St, Charlotte NC.
  • Cost: Tickets start at $12
  • Website: www.ctcharlotte.org
  • Category: Family Fun

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical at Children's Theatre of Charlotte

Back by popular demand is Children’s Theatre of Charlotte’s most-popular show of all time! The Herdmans are ready to wreak ...

  • 3:00 pm 
  • Location: Children's Theatre of Charlotte, 300 E. Seventh St, Charlotte NC.
  • Cost: Tickets start at $15
  • Website: www.ctcharlotte.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Christmas with the Kringles

Bring your family on a once in a lifetime Christmas adventure. Visit behind the scenes with Santa & Mrs. Claus ...

  • 3:30 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Millstone Creek Orchards | Ramseur, NC 506 Parks Crossrds Church Rd, Ramseur, North Carolina 27316.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Grinch Who-ville Workshop at Small Hands Big Art

Even the grumpiest Grinch couldn’t Bah Humbug this super fun workshop! Inspired by the new movie, we’ll travel to Whoville ...

  • 3:30 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Small Hands Big Art (South Charlotte) 8025 Ardrey Kell Rd., Suite 103, Charlotte, NC 28277.
  • Cost: $45 / child, 10% sibling discount.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The POLAR Express™ Train Ride at N.C. Transportation Museum

The Polar Express Train Ride in Spencer, North Carolina, rolls out on select evenings between November 16 and December 22, ...

  • 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: N.C. Transportation Museum 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, North Carolina 28159.
  • Cost: Standard tickets are $38 each for adults and $32 each for children 2-12. Deluxe tickets are $48 each for adults and $42 each for children 2-12.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Christmas Village at City of Belmont-Government

Come Downtown for our Annual Christmas Village Celebration. Festivities will include the Festival of Lights in Stowe Park and up ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: City of Belmont-Government Belmont, North Carolina 28012.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Christmas at the Library (Billy Graham Library)

Christmas at the Library offers an excellent half-day, or all day, option for guests. Guests can enjoy the self-guided Journey ...

Giving Tree at YMCA of Greater Charlotte

Support kids and families who need us most this holiday season with the gift of possibility, belonging and hope. Choose an ...

Holidays at The Garden DSBG

Holidays at the Garden is bigger and better than ever! You’ll discover new displays, more lights than ever before and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, NC 28012.
  • Website: www.dsbg.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Lighting Up The Lake

Save these dates for 3 of Lake Norman's Lighted Boat Parades! Different routes, same goal...to light up the Holiday Season! ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Lake Norman, NC.
  • Cost: FREE EVENT! REGISTER YOUR BOAT TODAY!
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Speedway Christmas at Charlotte Motor Speedway

Speedway Christmas has returned to Charlotte Motor Speedway, and it’s bigger and better than ever! The ninth edition of Charlotte’s ...

Teddy Bear Toss at Charlotte Checkers Vs. Hartford Wolf Pack

The Checkers’ annual Teddy Bear Toss, presented by Novant Health, will take place Saturday, Dec. 15, during the 6 p.m. ...

Winterland Express and Celebration of Lights at City of Kannapolis

The Winterland Express train runs every evening from November 24th – December 30th (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day) from ...

Town Creek Under the Stars: Comet Watch at Town Creek Indian Mound NC Historic Site

Join us beneath one of the last great dark sky sites in the Piedmont of NC to catch a glimpse ...

  • 6:30 pm -  9:00 pm 
  • Location: Town Creek Indian Mound NC Historic Site 509 Town Creek Mound Rd, Mount Gilead, North Carolina 27306.
  • Cost: Free.
  • Website: www.facebook.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The Nutcracker at Belk Theater

Celebrate the sights and sounds of the holidays at Nutcracker! Join Clara as she encounters an epic battle between the ...

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